Spring is linen season. The impatient and fashion-conscious men of Naples, as soon as they hear the footsteps of spring, shed their heavy coats, put on linen shirts, and unbutton the top three buttons. Then they head to a café on the main street overlooking the sea and drink a double espresso with plenty of sugar.

The reason why linen shirts have been the main focus for Japanese people until now may be because the image of Neapolitan men wearing them has been etched into their minds. However, this year, linen is attracting more attention for jackets, suits, and sets than for shirts. Prestigious Italian suppliers are releasing linen suits in droves, and they are expected to become the main item for spring and summer, replacing wool suits.

Caruso Suit: 143,000 yen

For example, CARUSO offers a linen version of their popular "Butterfly" four-button jacket.
This model, released last season, features a relaxed silhouette and is a jacket that showcases the loose drape characteristic of linen.

The trousers paired with the suit are wide-tapered pleated trousers. With carrot-shaped tapered bottoms, you can fully appreciate the elegant texture of linen. TAGLIATORE 's custom-made 4-button double-breasted suit is also made of linen. De Petrillo and Sartoria Caracciolo are also focusing on linen suits and jackets.

TAGLIATORE jacket: 104,500 yen

The way linen develops wrinkles along the joints with each wear, creating a unique garment that's just like denim, is quite similar. For styling, try pairing it with a crewneck knit. Whether it's a cotton sweater or a linen-blend knit, a short-sleeved knit T-shirt offers a more sophisticated casual suiting look than a regular cut-and-sew top. This might be a step forward in how Japanese people approach linen clothing.